(1) A person has
diminished capacity to cope with the termination proposal process if there are
factors that impair the person’s ability to cope with the termination
proposal process.
(2) Without
limitation, the following are examples of factors that impair a person’s
ability to cope with the termination proposal process —
(a) an
illness or disability that impacts on a person’s mobility;
(b) an
abusive relationship or other personal circumstances that impact on a
person’s ability to make an informed, independent decision in relation
to a termination proposal;
(c) a
mental illness or disorder, such as an anxiety disorder;
(d)
frailty, poor health or serious illness;
(e)
social isolation;
(f) a
recent traumatic life event such as divorce or bereavement.